The next-gen Toyota Innova could see a major overhaul underneath as the current generation is looking to be replaced, having been in production since 2015. The AN140 has seen numerous facelifts in the past 7 years but even dinosaurs have their expiry dates. We expect the all-new third-gen Innova to be launched in 2023, factoring in the typical 8-year model life cycle. We’ve previously reported that the all-new Innova could swap the tried and tested rear-wheel-drive (RWD) layout with a convention

Thailand to launch Avanza successor this month Malaysia to follow later More upmarket 7-seater MPV than Avanza Toyota Motor Thailand has opened bookings for the 2022 Toyota Veloz ahead of its official launch there on 24-February 2022, succeeding the long-standing Toyota Avanza. Specifications for the Thai-spec Veloz are still unclear, but think of it as a slightly more upmarket take on the Avanza's recipe. Indonesia already has the Veloz, and their range-topping Toyota Veloz Q CVT TSS is very we

Indonesia welcomed the 2021 Toyota Innova facelift in October 2020 and like clockwork, we can expect the refresh to make its way to Malaysia next year. Let's go through a few must-knows before we welcome the refreshed seven-seater MPV to our shores. Update: Prices for the facelifted Innova is out. Read all about it here! Before we begin, a small note: the new Innova is sold as both the Kijang Innova and the Venturer in Indonesia. Both will have subtle differentiating factors. What's new outside?

A 7-seater makes sense for someone who wants a vehicle large enough to carry the whole family for a trip back to their hometown. Whether it's an MPV, an SUV, or a crossover, there's still a demand for them in Malaysia. But what if you’re considering a 7-seater that wouldn’t break your wallet? There are a few brand-new 7-seaters which cost under RM 100,000. The online classifieds offer even more options if you don’t mind going second-hand. So, for this Top Rank, we take a look at 7 of the most bu

Hot off its world debut last week, the 2021 Toyota Innova facelift has set some markets on fire with its tantalizingly luxurious looks with some hint of utilitarian robustness. Just like the Corolla Cross and the Hilux, the 2021 Innova has recently posted an impressive 5-star safety rating from ASEAN NCAP. This was the second assessment that ASEAN NCAP has conducted on the Innova with the first done in 2016. The pre-facelift Innova received 2 ratings, a 4-star rating for variants that are not fi

UMW Toyota Motor Sdn Bhd announces special term financing for graduates to get a brand new Toyota Vios, Yaris and Avanza in collaboration with Maybank Islamic Berhad. The Murabahah Vehicle Term Financing-i (MVTF-i), in accordance with the Murabahah principles, will provide an additional financing option to the graduates besides the Islamic Hire-Purchase (HP) financing in accordance with Al Ijarah Thumma Al-Bai (AITAB). This financing package is only available in Peninsular Malaysia. Murabahah fi